This medication is used for treating symptoms associated with breathing illnesses, common cold, flu, and allergies such as stuffy nose, sinus irritation, and ear problems.
phenylephrine
- It is indicated for the treatment of sinus congestion.
- It is safe and effective in relieving hemorrhoids.
Contradications
- Phenylephrine is contraindicated for use in patients with fluocinolone acetonide
- Phenylephrine should be used with extreme caution in patients with stuffy noses.
- Phenylephrine should be used with extreme caution in patients with hemorrhoids.
Side effects
Side effects of phenylephrine include:
- Itching/swelling
- Severe dizziness
- Trouble breathing
- Mild upset stomach
- Trouble sleeping
- Dizziness
- Lightheadedness
- Headache
- Nervousness
- Shaking
Expert Advice
- Hands should be washed thoroughly before use of the medicine.
- Contact lenses should be removed before use. And wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them.
- Medication to be instilled into eyes by first tilting your head back & look upward, then instill drops or apply a thin layer inside the lower lid. Close eye & roll your eyeballs in all directions. And don’t blink for next 30 seconds.
- If you experience any eye pain, vision changes, burning sensation in the eye, & severe headache; then immediately contact your prescriber.
- Avoid touching the applicator tip with the eye.
- If you have any other medication to apply, then take a 5 minutes’ break & then apply.
FAQs
What are the uses of Phenylephrine?
How to store Phenylephrine?
Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.
Will this medicine cure my common cold?
No, this medicine does not cure or shorten the duration of the common cold however it does temporarily give relief.
What are the side effects of Phenylephrine?
You may experience the following: • Light headedness • Trouble sleeping
What are the precautions for taking Phenylephrine?
• Avoid doing work that requires alertness such as driving immediately after taking this medicine as it may cause drowsiness • Diabetic patients should be cautious • Elderly patients should be cautious
Does Phenylephrine have any effect on pregnancy and lactation?
This medicine should only be used by pregnant women if no safer alternate is available. The effects of this medicine on lactating females are unknown however no adverse effects have been reported so far. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine.
Can this medicine be used for children?
This medicine is not recommended for children below six years of age.
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